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See - Sada Elbalad
07-07-2025
- Sport
- See - Sada Elbalad
Mexico Win 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup After Stunning Comeback Against USA
Rana Atef Mexico's national football team claimed the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup title for the tenth time in its history, after pulling off a thrilling comeback victory over the United States. The final, held in the early hours of Monday at NRG Stadium in Houston, saw Mexico overturn an early deficit to win 2-1. Chris Richards opened the scoring for the United States in the 4th minute, giving the home side a quick lead. However, Mexico responded with determination and equalized in the 27th minute through Raúl Jiménez. After scoring, Jiménez celebrated by honoring his late former teammate, Diogo Jota, who recently passed away in a tragic accident. Prior to the match, Jiménez wore a jersey bearing the number 20 and Jota's name, as a tribute to their time together at Wolverhampton Wanderers, where they formed a memorable attacking duo over two seasons in the English Premier League. Gol de México!!! De mi Raul Jiménez de toda la vida 💪🏼 #DiogoJota #usavsmexico #MexicoVsUSA #CopaOro #MexicoPorLaCopa #rj9 — maldito Edgar (@maldito_edgar) July 6, 2025 Mexico completed their comeback in the 78th minute when Edson Álvarez netted the second goal, securing the victory and the championship title. The United States lineup included: Matt Freese, Alex Freeman, Chris Richards, Tim Ream, Max Arfsten, Tyler Adams, Luca de la Torre, Sebastian Berhalter, Malik Tillman, Diego Luna, and Patrick Agyemang. This historic win reinforces Mexico's status as the most successful team in Gold Cup history, now with ten titles to their name. The team is currently led by Javier Aguirre, former head coach of the Egypt national team. Mexico reached the final after a narrow 1–0 win over Honduras in the semifinals. The victory also served as revenge for Mexico, who had lost to the United States in each of their previous four finals across CONCACAF competitions. read more Japan Stun Spain 2-1 to Qualify for World Cup Last 16 World Cup 2022: Get to Know Confirmed Line-ups of Japan and Spain Group E Decider Saudi Arabia Bid Farewell to World Cup after 2-1 Loss to Mexico Tunisia Achieve Historic Win over France but Fail to Qualify Tunisia to Clash against France in World Cup Sports Get to Know Squad of Group D Teams in World Cup Sports Al Ahly Gift EGP 70,000 to Players After Claiming Egyptian Super Cup Title Sports Bencharki Hits First 2 Goals with Al Jazira Since Leaving Zamalek Sports Arsenal Possible Line-up for Nottingham Forest News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
Washington Post
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Washington Post
Sports betting roundup: Betting favorite Mexico beats US in Gold Cup soccer final
The betting favorites won the CONCACAF Gold Cup on a holiday weekend with plenty of baseball action. The Mexican national soccer team beat the United States 2-1 in the final on Sunday night in Houston. Mexico went into the match favored at +150 at the BetMGM online sportsbook , while the American team was +210. A tie was listed at +185.
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Mexico defeat the USA to win the Gold Cup
Despite falling behind early on, Mexico staged a comeback to defeat the United States 2-1. USA boss Mauricio Pochettino was hoping to win his first title since leaving PSG and his side took the lead early on. Advertisement Indeed, the hosts oopened the scoring in the fourth minute of the game. Sebastian Berhalter sent in a free kick into the box that Chris Richards headed home. However, Mexico's response was swift. Javier Aguirre's pushed forward, chased the deficit and quickly equalised through Fulham's Raúl Jiménez. In the 27th minute, the forward received the ball inside the box, turned and shot first-time, catching the opposing goalkeeper by surprise followed by a goal celebration in tribute to the late Diogo Jota. From that point on, the Mexicans had the majority of the chances with the USA looking to hit on the break. Advertisement After plenty of chances, Mexico finally took the lead in the 77th minute. Following a free kick crossing from the left, Johan Vásquez headed the ball inside the box, and captain Edson Álvarez appeared popped up to apply the finishing touch with a header of his own. Patrick Agyemang had a golden opportunity in the final moments of the match to level the score, but the cohesion of Mexico's defensive line held firm to secure the result and, consequently, lift the Gold Cup once again.
Japan Times
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Japan Times
Mexico beats United States 2-1 to win 10th Gold Cup title
Mexico defeated the United States 2-1 at NRG Stadium in Houston on Sunday to successfully defend its CONCACAF Gold Cup crown and capture its 10th title in a pulsating final that delivered drama from start to finish. The U.S. went ahead just four minutes in when Sebastian Berhalter's free kick found Chris Richards, whose powerful header struck the underside of the crossbar and cannoned straight down, with the referee confirming the goal was good. Mexico found the equalizer through Raul Jimenez in the 27th minute after the striker converted from close range. He then dedicated the goal to the late Diogo Jota, his former Wolverhampton Wanderers teammate, by holding up a Mexico shirt with the Portuguese forward's name on it. "We came from behind and are leaving with the title," Jimenez said. "It's great and really important to clinch the crown a summer before the World Cup. It's something we've been trying to do since the tournament began." Despite Mexico's first-half dominance, the team struggled to capitalize on numerous golden opportunities. Roberto Alvarado and 16-year-old Gilberto Mora both tested U.S. goalkeeper Matt Freese, with Mora's venomous long-range effort requiring a crucial save from the American shot-stopper. The U.S. created chances through the slick combination play of Malik Tillman and Berhalter but could not breach Mexico's resolute defense again. Alex Freeman came closest when his header struck Mexico goalkeeper Luis Malagon in the face and Diego Luna blazed the rebound over the crossbar. Mexico cranked up the pressure after the break and got the crucial second goal when Edson Alvarez powered home a header, though there was a nervous wait due to a VAR review for potential offside. However, the goal stood and the Mexican contingent erupted with wild celebrations. "I'm speechless. We spent 35 days in intense training, away from our families, with the intention of winning. There's certainly room for improvement, but we're leaving happy and with our feet firmly on the ground," midfielder Alvarez said. "When they first disallowed the goal, it was crazy. It threw me off balance, but I was really happy to see that it was valid." Patrick Agyemang had the chance to equalize in the dying minutes but his finish just missed the mark in a tense finale as Mexico held firm to secure their triumph. Mexico's victory secures back-to-back Gold Cup triumphs and brings them a record-extending 10th crown. Mexico also won the CONCACAF Nations Championship, the Gold Cup's predecessor, three times.
CBC
07-07-2025
- Sport
- CBC
Edson Alvarez's tiebreaking goal gives Mexico win over U.S. for 10th Gold Cup title
Edson Alvarez scored a tiebreaking goal in the 77th minute after a video review reversed an offside call, and Mexico beat the United States 2-1 on Sunday night for its record 10th Concacaf Gold Cup title. Chris Richards put the U.S. ahead in the fourth minute, heading in a Sebastian Berhalter free kick for the second time in the tournament, but Raul Jimenez tied the score in the 27th with his third goal of this Gold Cup. Mexico was awarded the free kick when Diego Luna fouled Alexis Vega on a flank. Johan Vasquez flicked the restart across the goal mouth and Alvarez burst past the defense, redirecting the ball from 3 yards just inside Matt Freese's far post. While the play was initially called offside, the goal was awarded by the VAR, and Mexico defended its title from 2023 while improving to 6-2 in Gold Cup finals against the U.S. Patrick Agyemang had a chance two minutes into stoppage time but he didn't make good contact on his short-range shot that was blocked by goalkeeper Luis Malagon. A sellout crowd of 70,925 at NRG Stadium was about 70 per cent pro-Mexico and booed U.S. players when they walked out for pregame warmups. Mexico dominated with 60 per cent possession and had 12 corner kicks to none for the Americans. This was the last competitive match for the U.S. and Mexico before co-hosting next year's World Cup with Canada. The U.S., which has seven Gold Cup titles but none since 2021, used a starting lineup with only a handful of players currently projected as World Cup starters, missing regulars due to vacation, injuries and the Club World Cup. Coach Mauricio Pochettino used their absence to evaluate players who could push for starting jobs during the friendlies this fall and next spring, and Luna and Agyemang emerged as contenders for World Cup roster spots. Richards out the U.S. in front when he headed Berhalter's free kick from about 40 yards off the crossbar. The ball bounced straight down and just crossed the goal line. Jimenez scored his 42nd international goal, third-most in Mexican history. He burst past the defense and one-timed the pass from Marcel Ruiz, beating Freese from about 10 yards on a shot that might have nicked defender Tim Ream. Jimenez celebrated by grabbing a Mexico No. 20 jersey with "DIOGO J" in honor of Diogo Jota, his former Wolverhampton teammate who died in a car crash Thursday in Spain. Jimenez ran to a corner, sat down with the jersey and mimicked playing a video game.
